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Sony VPL-XW5000ES

Sony VPL-XW5000ES

8 reviews

Apr, 2024

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image quality (5)
price (3)
reliability (1)
noise (1)
design (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 reviews of Sony VPL-XW5000ES. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the reliability and design. The price and image quality also get good views, but comments are divided on the noise.

image quality, price, design, reliability

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sony VPL-XW5000ES is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 99/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Geir Nordby (lbtechreviews.com)

Review: Sony VPL-XW5000ES | Exceptional Cinema Experience

The most affordable laser projector on the market with true 4K resolution is exactly as amazing as it sounds.

Amazing picture quality! The cinema experience is frighteningly realistic. Pitchblack black levels and blinding light!

Sony still doesn't think €6000 is enough to include motorised optics and lens memory. HDR is not unproblematic.

Sony has never made a bad projector, but with the VPL-XW5000ES they’re pushing the boundaries of how good an image you can get for under €15,000

Mar, 2023

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Sony VPL-XW5000ES review

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2023 winner. This Sony laser projector is a cut-price stunner

Stunningly detailed native 4K pictures ; Impressive black levels and contrast ; Excellent picture processing

Poor manual lens controls ; Dark HDR scenes can lose detail ; No 4K/120Hz gaming support

Despite being Sony’s cheapest 4K laser projector, the XW5000ES still delivers gorgeously cinematic and detailed pictures

Oct, 2023

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Expert review by (t3.com)

Sony VPL-XW5000ES review: an affordable native 4K laser projector

Sony's latest projector sets a new entry point for native 4K laser-powered beamers

Detailed native 4K images ; Long-life laser light source ; Good HDR performance

Manual lens controls ; No HDMI 2.1 inputs ; No 3D support

The Sony VPL-XW5000ES is an accomplished projector that represents the entry-point for native 4K laser beamers at less than half the price of its nearest competitor. Sony has dropped a few features, but peerless processing, fluid motion, and a solid...

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Stephen Withers (expertreviews.co.uk)

Sony VPL-XW5000ES review: Laser-powered beauty at a competitive price

The Sony XW5000 projector manages to reach a previously unattainable price point for a native 4K laser beamer

Detailed native 4K images ; Long-life laser light source ; Compact and stylish chassis

Manual lens controls ; No HDMI 2.1 inputs ; No 3D support

The Sony VPL-XW5000ES represents a new era of affordable native 4K laser projectors that offer a winning combination of cutting-edge performance and cost-cutting features.

Aug, 2022